General; Introduction; Design Categories - TALAMEX QLS200 Handbuch

1.

General

1.1

Introduction

This manual has been compiled to help you to
operate your Talamex inflatable boat with safety and
pleasure. It contains details of the Talamex inflatable
boat, assembly, disassembly, equipment and
information on its operation and maintenance. Please
read it carefully, and familiarize yourself with the
Talamex inflatable boat, before using it.
Ensure that the anticipated wind and sea conditions
will correspond to the design category of the
Talamex inflatable boat and that you and your crew
are able to handle the Talamex inflatable boat in
these conditions.
Even when your boat is categorized for them, the sea
and wind conditions corresponding to the design
categories A, B and C range from severe storm
conditions for category A, to strong conditions for
the top of category C, open to the hazards of a freak
wave or gust. These are therefore dangerous
conditions, where only a competent, fit and trained
crew using a well maintained craft can satisfactorily
operate.
This owner's manual is not a detailed maintenance or
trouble-shooting guide. In the case of difficulty,
refer to your Talamex inflatable boat dealer.
Always use trained and competent people for
maintenance, fixing or modifications to your boat.
Modifications that may affect the safety
characteristics of the Talamex inflatable boat, should
be executed by competent people. The boat builder
cannot be held responsible for modifications that he
has not approved.
In some countries, a driving licence or authorization
are required, or specific regulations are in force.
Always maintain your Talamex inflatable boat
properly and make allowance for the deterioration
that will occur in time and as a result of heavy use or
misuse of the Talamex inflatable boat.
Any Talamex inflatable boat, no matter how strong it
may be, can be severely damaged if not used
properly. This is not compatible with safe boating.
Always adjust the speed and direction of the
Talamex inflatable boat to sea conditions.
The Talamex inflatable boats should have onboard
the appropriate safety equipment (lifejackets, fire
extuingisher, etc.)
This manual uses the following safety alerts to draw
your attention to special safety instructions that
should be followed.
Talamex inflatable boats – User's manual
warning
WARNING - indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
danger
DANGER - indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
caution
CAUTION - indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury or property damage. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE
PLACE AND HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW
OWNER WHEN YOU SELL YOUR TALAMEX
INFLATABLE BOAT.
REGISTER YOUR TALAMEX BOAT FOR
WARRANTEE DIGITALLY ON:
WWW.TALAMEXINFLATABLES.COM
1.2

Design categories

Category C – "Inshore". A watercraft given design
category C is considered to be designed for a wind
force up to, and including, 6 and significant wave
height up to, and including, 2 m.
Category D – "Sheltered waters". A watercraft
given design category D is considered to be designed
for a wind force up to, and including, 4 and
significant wave height up to, and including, 0,3 m,
with occasional waves of 0,5 m maximum height.
The boat you obtained is meant to be used in
category C or D, depending on the model you are
using (see paragraph 2.6).
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